Crystal Lake - Scuba Adventure
Scuba Trek is a PADI Open Water Diver course where participants experience the excitement and adventure of our underwater world. This adventure begins with classroom Scuba instruction and continues with several dives in the Crystal Lake. Can you find the sunken sailboat? By the end of the week with some studying and time in the water you will be ready to pass your PADI exam.
Weekly Itinerary
Sunday
- 2:00 pm - Check in at Tesomas for medical re-checks and swim tests
- 3:00 pm - Setup camp with the rest of your Unit or at your very own campsite
- 5:00 pm - Tour Tesomas and go to the Dining Hall for an orientation.
- 6:20 pm - Camp Flag Retreat Ceremony
- 6:30 pm - Dinner in the Dining Hall
- 8:15 pm - Opening campfire
Monday - Friday
- 7:50 am - Camp Flag Raising Ceremony
- 8:00 am - Breakfast in the Dining Hall
- 9:00 am - Scuba classroom instruction
- 12:30 pm - Lunch in the Dining Hall
- 1:30 pm - Dives in Crystal Lake
- 6:20 pm - Camp Flag Retreat Ceremony
- 6:30 pm - Dinner in the Dining Hall
- 7:45 pm - Evening program, see this page
Saturday
- 7:50 am - Camp Flag Raising Ceremony
- 8:00 am - Breakfast in the Dining Hall
- 8:30 am - Slideshow
- 9:00 am - Break camp and depart for home
Provided Equipment
- Wetsuit, Regulators, BCD
- Tanks & Dive Computer/Gauges
- Tents & dining fly
- Unit first aid kit
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- Backpacking stoves
- Cook kits & chef kits
- Collapsible water jugs
- Cell phone - for emergencies
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What to Bring
- 1-2 sets of stay-dry clothes
- 1-2 sets of get-wet clothes
- Underwear (sport appropriate)
- Socks (including a pair of wool)
- Loose, comfortable pants & shorts
- Sweatshirt or Jacket & Rain gear
- Hiking Boots & Walking shoes
- Swimsuit (one-piece for females)
- Personal Hygiene items & towel
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- First Aid Kit, pocket Knife, flashlight
- Mess kit (plate, silverware, cup)
- Insect Repellent (non aerosol)
- Sunscreen, Hat and/or Sunglasses
- Medical form (class 3)
- Medication (original container)
- Water bottle (1 liter)
- Camera/Film (optional)
- Fishing Gear (optional)
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Additional Details
- Anyone who is in good health, reasonably fit, and comfortable in the water can earn a PADI Open Water Diver certification. At some point in the course, your Instructor will ask you to demonstrate the ability to swim 200 meters without swim aids.
- Participants must pass the BSA swimmers test on Sunday to participate.
- Participants are required to purchase their own mask, snorkel, fins, and wetsuit boots.
- Prior to camp, participants will be sent a study packet which they must review to prepare.
- A Class 3 medical examination and diver authorization is required for all participants because of the higher level of activities. This involves a physician’s visit within one year.
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